Walkin 90

If we were told to stop swearing, we would understand and not make a big stink about it. Thankfully that's not the case as Yogi is drunk in Mexico; Kyle, Chip and Eboni discuss Union Omaha being the last team standing along with the other USL1 teams playing in the USOC. Then they recap the previous week's matches including Madison's shock win against Richmond in the Henny derby, Chattanooga's demolition of NoCo and can Fuego please get its technical issues sorted out so we can enjoy the crowd. Then they pick their top 5 and try and figure out how this week's matches will go.

In our twitter spaces; Yogi, Kyle, and Chip first talk about when they plan. on seeing Dr Strange and what is the rule with spoilers. Then they talk last week's matches including Forward Madison's struggles and the Union Omaha/Charlotte Independence final goal and should technology be implemented. Then they preview the upcoming matches including the Henny Derby, and the USOC matches. 

USL1>>> Yogi, Kyle, and Chip go through the big cupsets from Omaha, NoCo, and Tormenta and see their odds for the Round of 16 for the US Open Cup. Then they recap the previous week's matches including what is wrong with Greenville and should they hit the panic button? Is Omaha turning the corner and what has happened to Chattanooga's aura at home. Then they try to figure out who the Top 3 teams in the league are and preview the upcoming matches. Also they review Kyle's first touch, sundress and demon season and why Yogi ended the show abruptly. 

Chip and Yogi go on Twitter spaces to talk about the USOC matches including cupsets from Tucson, Tormenta and Fuego as Omaha, Madison and Richmond make sure to avoid being cupset on their own. Then Kyle partially joins as they preview week 2 including chaos and vibez games of the week. 

In this episode, Eboni, Kyle, Yogi and Chip talk with FC Tucson President Amanda Powers and Coach Jon Pearlman. They talk about the transition from PDL to USL1, their affiliation with with Phoenix Rising the the move to be independent. Amanda and Jon's journey to their respective roles and how they handled the pandemic and efforts to connect with the community and Amanda's impact and hopes being a female president in American sports. After the interview, Yogi, Kyle and Chip briefly review the first week of matches which includes Fuego's impressive victory, Richmond goal fest, Madison and Chattanooga's chippy match and then NCFC blanking Tormenta.

In part two of our episode, the crew is joined by Josh Hakala from TheCup.us to talk about the history and recent US Open Cup matches. He also talks about which USL1 teams can spring an upset or get upset. Then we shift to Week 1 of matches and make our picks for Chaos and Vibez match of the week.

The USL League 1 season is finally here and we have a two part Episode for you. In part 1, Yogi, Eboni, Kyle and Chip are first joined by Vermont Green FC General Mountain Man Connor Tobin. Turbo will talk about how he's been able to connect with the fans, how he is planning on dominating the Maple Syrup market and his top choices for soccer tennis. After, the four go through the new kits for the 2022 season, especially Tormenta's Bolt kit, and if they think they are good or not. 

Yogi, Eboni, Chip and Kyle (eventually) talk to Benny Delgado who is the Player/Ref Liason for Forward Madison FC. Benny talks about his upbringing, his journey into coaching and how many jobs he actually has for the club. He also goes through some of the players and coaches he's worked with along with who the most professional team he's seen. Then as always the conversation goes a different direction where food is mentioned and why Benny wants El Tri to LOSE to the USMNT.

Before their preseason match against Richmond Kickers, Yogi and Eboni sat down with NCFC Head Coach John Bradford to talk about preparations for the season, their match against Richmond, the academy and how players can progress in their career.

Yogi, Kyle, and Eboni sit down with Richmond Kickers Director of Comms and Digital Nathan Heintschel (@NathanIsRed). Nate talks about transitioning to the role and how his passion for writing and long-form pieces came to be. How you have to navigate running a brand's twitter account and being a mentor to new employees. He also talks about his other work with The Busby Babe an SBNation blog for Manchester United and how that has kept his skills sharp. Then he talks about players to look out for along with who he would choose to be the main star in a Netflix Documentary. Then the true conversation happens as they talk about food spots, F1, and waffle house.

Yogi and special guest Chip, have a conversation with Union Omaha GM Peter Marlette. Peter talks about the championship season and the impact of most of their star players moving on. How he plans to reload the roster and the upcoming 2022 season.

In a special offseason episode, Yogi, Eboni and Kyle sat down and talked with USL1 and Tormenta FC. Legend Marco Micaletto. Marco discusses his special bond with Tormenta, what he has learned as a player and his hopes for the 2022 season. He also talks about USL1 as a whole, signing himself on Football Manager and THAT game against Fort Lauderdale. We appreciate Marco for spending time with us and you all for listening. 

We are finally at the final almost a year in the making as Union Omaha host the Greenville Triumph in the USL League One Final. Kyle, Eboni, and Yogi are joined by special guest Ryan Nowland from Reedy River Riot recap the Omaha beatdown of Arizona United and Greenville outlasting Chattanooga. Then they break down the final wondering who has the edge in different positions and make predictions. There also is a question on ethics and how desirable the Forward Madison coaching job is. Be sure to follow us on twitter @walkin90pod 

Eb makes a cameo appearance but otherwise Yogi and Kyle jump on the episode today. First Kyle explains his perspective at what happened at the end of the Madison/Chattanooga match and the league's investigation into racial slur being used. Then the two go over the monthly awards and were they deserved. They recap Chattanooga getting by North Texas and Tucson scoring late against Richmond and what it means for the four clubs. Then they discuss the Team of the Year and the finalist of the Yearly award and question some of the selections. Last they preview and predict the Semi final matches Omaha vs Tucson and Greenville vs Chattanooga. 

It’s time for the playoffs, Yogi, Eboni and Kyle first discuss Forward Madison firing Head Coach Carl Craig. Then move to the previous week of matches including Revs 2 and Chattanooga’s collapses, NCFC just not playing defense and the F1 race Tucson. Then they preview the first round of playoff matches between Chatt/NTX and the Tucson/Richmond rematch.

We head into the final week of the regular season and while Eboni and Kyle chill on eliminated island, Yogi is taking the highway to the danger zone. The three of them recap the previous week's matches and wonder what teams like Tormenta, NCFC and Madison need to upgrade for next season. They spark a 12 hour (and potentially still ongoing) debate on if Omaha fans need to chill even after clinching the regular season title. Then they preview the final week of matches and figure out who will make the playoffs. All that plus the Vibez and chaos match of the week and power rankings. Be sure to follow on twitter @walkin90pod

We enter the final stretch of the season and that means teams' seasons are on the line. Yogi, Eboni and Kyle talk about the previous week's matches which include Richmond's improbable comeback, NCFC's shock upset and Forward Madison's struggles. They also talk about Omaha vs Greenville and whether Jay Mims is getting too heated in his press conferences and if he got his tactics wrong. Of course they talk about the game with the greatest vibez ever in Fort Lauderdale and South Georgia Tormenta. Later they preview the upcoming weekend matches, most notably the Henny Derby; and at the end ask if winning Coach of the Month is a curse and which chicken restaurant suits each team. Make sure to follow us on Twitter @walkin90pod and Instagram walkin_90_pod

We head into the final month of the Regular Season and it is still anybody's league. Yogi, Eboni and Kyle first talk about the issues in NWSL and how everybody needs to do better #SellTheTeamSteve next they jump into the previous week's matches including Richmond and Revs 2's last minute winners, another Forward Madison draw this time against Greenville and Tucson's surprise win at Omaha. (Thanks to an embarrassment of mistakes from the refs). They then preview the upcoming week of matches, which teams need to win for their playoff hopes and who could claim first round byes, home playoffs game and a playoff spot in general. Of course there is the vibez and chaos matches of the week, and a shock revelation on the power rankings.  Make sure to follow the pod on twitter @walkin90pod for updates on the live show

Fresh off Ricardo Pepi showing CONCACAF what most USL1 fans knew, Yogi, Eboni and Kyle talk about the upcoming big matches of the week. They debate who is the best keeper in the league, who has the tougher schedule between Chattanooga and Omaha, and also what deal with the devil did Chatt make for all these late goals. Then they preview the Henny Derby, figure out who can make a late playoff run and Eboni talks to nobody at one point. 

It’s Eboni’s turn to take a break so Yogi and Kyle take the wheel this week. They first discuss North Carolina’s victory against Forward Madison and what exactly is wrong with them. Then Yogi interviews with newly named Head Coach of the North Colorado Hailstorm Eamon Zayed and discuss the path to coaching, playing in the league and plans for Hailstorm. After Kyle and Yogi discuss the power rankings, vibez and chaos match of the week, and figure out the congested playoff picture. Make sure to follow us on Twitter @walkin90pod and Instagram walkin_90_pod